Phishing attacks impersonating HR are on the rise. Between January 1 – March 31, 2025, our Threat Lab team observed an 120%surge in these attacks reported via our PhishER product versus the previous three months. These attacks have remained at elevated levels since peaking in February.

Phishing attacks impersonating HR are on the rise. Between January 1 – March 31, 2025, our Threat Lab team observed an 120%surge in these attacks reported via our PhishER product versus the previous three months. These attacks have remained at elevated levels since peaking in February.

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